A fine example of late Dravidian architecture, this temple is most
renowned for its magnificent corridors lined with massive sculptured
pillars, noted for their elaborate design, style and rich carving.
Legend has it that Rama sanctified this place by worshipping Siva here
after the battle of Sri Lanka. Construction of the temple began in the
12th century AD and additions were made over the centuries by varios
rulers, so that today its gopuram is 53 m
high. Only Hindus may enter the inner sanctrum.

Kothandaraswamy Temple & Dhanushkodi

Twelve
km from town, this temple was the only structure to survive the 1964
cyclone which washed the rest of the village away. Legend states that
Vibishana, brother of Sita's kidnapper Ravana, surrendered to Rama at
this spot.

Adam's Bridge

Adam's Bridge is the name given to the chain of reefs,
sandbanks and islets that almost connects Sri Lanka with India.
According to legend, this is the series of stepping stones used by
Hanuman to follow Ravana, in his bid to rescue Sita.

Beach

Dhanushkodi is the best. Closer to town, try the
one in front of the Hotel Tamil Nadu. Most of the time you'll have it to
yourself as the pilgrims prefer to do their auspicious wading at Agni
Theertham, the seashore closest to the temple.

Gandhamadana Parvatam

The stepped mandapam or hall, about a mile and a half west of the Ramanathaswamy Temple offers an excellent view of the countryside. There is a footprint here believed to be of Lord Rama.